Manchurian, Hakka Noodles, Chinese Bhel, Szechwan Paneer & more — the legendary fusion of Indian spices and Chinese technique, made 100% vegetarian. With Swaminarayan, Jain and Vegan options.
Indo-Chinese cuisine was born in Kolkata, home to India's oldest Chinese immigrant community, and has since become one of the most-ordered styles of food across India. It takes Chinese cooking techniques — high-heat wok tossing, cornstarch-thickened sauces, soy and vinegar bases — and layers them with Indian spices, green chilies, and garlic to create something entirely its own.
The result is bold, saucy, deeply savory food: crispy fried dumplings tossed in tangy Manchurian sauce, wok-tossed Hakka Noodles, and fiery Szechwan gravies. It's neither Chinese nor Indian in the traditional sense — it's a cuisine that belongs entirely to India.
At Vatan, our Indo-Chinese menu is 100% vegetarian — built around paneer, cauliflower, and fresh vegetables — with Jain and vegan options across most of the menu.
Crispy wheat wrap filled with shredded vegetables.
Potato wedges cooked with szechwan sauce.
Vegetables tossed with fried noodles — served cold.
Crunchy cauliflower florets batter fried with chilies & spices.
Crunchy paneer florets batter fried with chilies & spices.
Vegetable fried dumplings tossed in spicy tangy sauce & Indo-Chinese spices.
Cauliflower fried dumplings tossed with spicy tangy sauce & Indo-Chinese spices.
Cottage cheese balls — crispy outside, soft inside — served on a stick.
Cottage cheese & green pepper tossed in spicy chili sauce with Indo-Chinese seasonings.
Bhindi stuffed with spices, coated with tempura batter & deep fried.
Boiled wheat noodles & stir vegetables in soy-ginger sauce & Chinese seasonings.
Boiled wheat noodles & stir vegetables in spicy szechwan sauce.
Wheat noodles, stir vegetables & cottage cheese in spicy szechwan sauce.
Boiled rice & stir vegetables in soy-ginger sauce & Chinese seasonings.
Boiled rice & stir vegetables in spicy szechwan sauce.
Layers of szechwan fried rice, noodles & veg manchurian gravy.
Cauliflower fried dumplings tossed with spicy tangy sauce & Indo-Chinese spices with gravy.
Vegetable fried dumplings tossed in spicy tangy sauce & Indo-Chinese spices with gravy.
Cottage cheese & green pepper tossed in spicy chili sauce with gravy.
Also try our Manchow Soup and Chinese Sizzler — read more on Manchow Soup. Menu items and availability may vary by location — view the full menu for current offerings.
Every dish, every day — no meat, no eggs, no cross-contamination. Trusted by Jain and Swaminarayan diners. Learn about our Jain & Swaminarayan options →
High-heat, made-to-order — Manchurian, Hakka Noodles, and Szechwan dishes are tossed fresh for every table, not held under a lamp.
Many Indo-Chinese starters and mains are naturally vegan — look for the Vegan tag across our menu.
Jersey City (open daily) and East Windsor (Tue–Sun), near BAPS Akshardham. Convenient for diners from Plainsboro, South Brunswick, Princeton, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Hightstown, Monroe Township & Princeton Junction. Edison coming soon.
What is Indo-Chinese food?
Indo-Chinese food is a fusion cuisine created by the Chinese immigrant community in Kolkata, India, blending Chinese cooking techniques with Indian spices. Dishes like Manchurian, Hakka Noodles, and Chilli Paneer are now staples on Indian restaurant menus nationwide.
Is Vatan's Indo-Chinese menu vegetarian?
Yes — every Indo-Chinese dish at Vatan is 100% vegetarian, made with paneer, cauliflower, and fresh vegetables instead of meat or eggs, in a fully vegetarian kitchen.
Do you have vegan Indo-Chinese options?
Yes. Several dishes, including Vegetable Manchurian, Chinese Bhel, Veg Hakka Noodles, and Szechwan Fried Rice, are vegan-friendly — look for the Vegan tag on our menu.
Is there a Jain-friendly Indo-Chinese option?
Yes — most of our Indo-Chinese starters and mains can be prepared Jain-style, without onion, garlic, or root vegetables. Look for the Jain tag or ask your server.
What's the difference between Manchurian and Hakka Noodles?
Manchurian refers to vegetables formed into fried dumplings and tossed in a tangy soy-based sauce, served dry or with gravy. Hakka Noodles are stir-fried wheat noodles tossed with vegetables in a lighter soy-ginger sauce.
Where can I get Indo-Chinese food near Jersey City or East Windsor NJ?
Vatan serves a full Indo-Chinese menu at 808 Newark Ave, Jersey City (open daily) and 761 NJ-33 West, East Windsor (open Tue–Sun, closed Mondays) — convenient for diners from Plainsboro, South Brunswick, Princeton, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Hightstown, Monroe Township, and Princeton Junction. Reserve a table online.
Can I order Indo-Chinese food for pickup or catering?
Yes — Indo-Chinese dishes are available for direct pickup via our online order form, and can be added to any event through our catering page.
From crispy Manchurian to wok-tossed Hakka Noodles — reserve a table or order for pickup and taste the fusion for yourself.